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  • Two children killed in Minnesota field trip landslide
    Authorities recovered the body of a Minnesota child who went missing after a gravel slide swept several members of an elementary school class on a school fossil-hunting trip into a pit, bringing the death toll in the incident to two.Crews recovered the boy’s body on Thursday after bad weather briefly let up, St. Paul Assistant Fire Chief Jim Smith said, according to NBC News affiliate KARE.The boy...
        


  • Lawmakers push new bill to crack down on military sexual assault
    The sponsor of a new bill to combat sexual assault in the military pledged Thursday that her legislation would ensure that “never again will a victim have to salute an assaulter."The effort, led by Sen. Claire McCaskill, a Missouri Democrat, would require a dismissal or a dishonorable discharge for a member of the military found guilty of rape or sexual assault.The new legislation – the second bil...
        


  • Obama announces narrower drone strike strategy
    President Barack Obama announced Thursday that he is narrowing the cases in which his administration will use remotely piloted aircraft, or drones, to kill suspected al Qaida terrorists.In a speech at the National Defense University, Obama also reiterated the pledge he made last month to renew his efforts to persuade Congress to agree to close the Guantanamo detention site in Cuba where 110 terror...
        


  • Activists rally – and pray – as Boy Scouts vote on gays
    As 1,400 Boy Scouts of America delegates gathered Thursday to vote on a proposal to end the organization’s longstanding ban on gays, activists on both sides of the contentious issue ramped up the pressure.A group opposed to allowing gay Scouts posted a call to prayer on its Facebook page – a sign of how large religion looms over the vote.“Would you join us in a time of solemn prayer for our countr...
        


  • Slain London soldier was 'loving father' who served in Afghanistan
    The British soldier brutally killed in London in a suspected terror attack was a drummer in a military band who had served in Afghanistan, officials said on Thursday.Lee Rigby, 25, known as “Riggers” to his friends, was killed in broad daylight on Wednesday as he walked in Woolwich, South London, near an army barracks.In a statement, the U.K. Ministry of Defence said Rigby, who served with the 2nd...
        
 
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  • Rescue After Month of Alleged Torture
    A New York City businessman was rescued this week after being held for more than a month in an abandoned warehouse, where his alleged abductors tortured him for weeks in a plot to extort his family for millions in ransom, prosecutors said.
        


  • Teen's Rough Road to Top of Class
    When 17-year-old valedictorian Chelesa Fearce stands before her Georgia high school graduating class today to give her speech, she will talk about overcoming homelessness and fighting to "get the future that you want."
        


  • Amphibians Vanishing at Alarming Rate
    Study finds for first time frogs and other amphibians declining at alarming rate around US
        


  • 'Extremely Active' Hurricane Forecast
    Get ready for an “extremely active” active Atlantic hurricane season, government forecasters said today. Between now and the end of the Atlantic hurricane season (Nov. 30) the National Atmospheric and Oceanic Administration predicts 13 to 20 named storms, of which seven to 11 could become...
        


  • Man Shot by FBI Tied to Boston Suspect
    Man killed in Fla. by FBI shares similar background to deceased Boston bombing suspect
        
 
 
 
Local News Archives
    Monday, December 8, 2003
  • Jay Flu
    The flu bug is causing problems for one area school district. A Northeast Oklahoma School District is canceling classes tomorrow because of the flu. Officials...
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  • Road Conditions
    While highway officials say it`s best to stay off roads in dangerous conditions. If you must travel, you can check road conditions all over the...
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    • Sunday, December 7, 2003
  • Vantage Point Services
    Seniors are getting in the holiday spirit with some high tech devices. The Vantage Point in Joplin is offering free digital pictures with Santa. The pictures are...
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  • Designated Drivers
    One local insurance agency is helping party-goers find a designated driver. The Missouri Insurance Information Service is providing free lapel stickers which state "I`m a...
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  • Holiday Parties
    Parties hit their peak during the holiday season, yet few hosts may be aware of the penalties they could face if a guest leave ...
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  • No Charges Filed
    Charges will not be filed in connection with an accident that claimed the life of one mo-dot worker and seriously injured another. The accident happened...
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  • R-8 Map Scores
    The test results are in and one area school district passes with flying colors. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has released the annual...
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    • Thursday, December 4, 2003
  • Wal-Mart Thefts
    An area retail giant is the target of holiday thieves. The incident happened monday at the 7th street Wal-Mart in Joplin. Joplin Police say three...
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  • Joplin Carjacking
    Police are still looking for a carjacking suspect who was last seen right here in the four-states. An Oklahoma man jumped out of his vehicle...
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  • Galena Trash Truck
    After weeks of discussion the city of Galena is the proud owner of a new trash truck. According to City Commissioners the old trash truck...
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  • Hometown Hero
    A tragic accident at a local christmas parade remains on the minds of those who were there. And one local teen who came to the...
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  • Fatal Intersection
    An accident at an area intersection claims the life of a young girl. And now the intersection is under public scrutiny. Last night 11-year-old Leiton...
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  • Cherokee County Vehicles Stolen
    A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of whoever is responsible for stealing vehicles in a Southeast Kansas community. Cherokee County...
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  • Car & Train Accident
    Two people are rushed to the hospital early this afternoon following a collission with a train. The accident happened on East 32nd street and Davis...
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  • Delaware County Accident
    An Oklahoma man wanted for the abduction and sexual assault of an Arkansas woman is in jail and being questioned for murder. 32-year old Billy...
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  • Joplin Accident Donations
    A fund is set up for an area family devastated by an accident at another area christmas parade earlier this week. 87-year old Herbert Siskowski...
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    • Tuesday, December 2, 2003
  • Celebrity Spotting
    There were a few celebrity spottings at an area middle school today. That`s because students at nevada middle school just finished writing a report on people...
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  • Creech Resigning
    Residents of an area county will soon be losing their Sheriff. That`s because Cherokee County Sheriff Bob Creech has announced his intentions to step down...
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  • Drunk Driver Sentencing
    A convicted drunk driver learns his fate after nearly killing a local police officer in an accident. 41-year-old Huey Kennedy of Pea Ridge, Arkansas was...
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  • Joplin Parade Death
    An area man is dead, and his wife is downgraded to critical condition after being hit by a car just before the Joplin Christmas parade. 87-year...
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